Wednesday June 7th             

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Depart at 14.10 am / Duration 5 hrs   €  35

 

 

 

The sanctuary at Sounion is one of the most important sanctuaries in Attica.

 

Sporadic finds point to the conclusion that the site was inhabited in the prehistoric period but there is no evidence of religious practice in such an early date.

The finds of the 7th century B.C. are numerous and prove the existence of organized cult on two points of the promontory: at the southern edge where the temenos of Poseidon the God of the Sea was situated and about 500m to the NE of it, where the sanctuary of Athena was established.

 

Drive along the scenic coastal road past the seaside resorts of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Lagonissi and others with splendid views of the Saronic Gulf.  Arriving at the Cape your professional guide will take you outside the temple of Poseidon and give a description of the site and its history, after which you will be free to enjoy a drink at the local refreshment and relax.